Heavy storms are expected to pass through the region on Friday evening

OMAHA, Nebraska (WOWT) – The likelihood of severe storms in the region tonight has increased significantly over the past 24 to 48 hours, which is why we have declared today the 6th First Alert Weather Day.

Storms will form northwest of the area in the late afternoon and attempt to move southeast into our area after 6 p.m. As they move in, they may intensify, bringing the risk of damaging wind gusts and heavy hail to the area. The greatest risk is in the yellow shaded area, which includes most of our viewers in Nebraska.

Once these storms begin to track towards the southeast, they can move very quickly, so they must be monitored closely and you must be aware of any warnings that will be issued later this evening.

Today will also be significantly warmer than expected. Maximum temperatures of around 30 degrees are likely, but fortunately it will not be too humid.

A few showers are still possible from 10am on Saturday, continuing into the evening hours. Overall, this means that Sunday will probably be the best day of the coming weekend.

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